CASA ALTO REFUGIO
YEAR OPENED: 2000
CITY: Puebla, Mexico
NUMBER OF CHILDREN: 35
Started by Pastors Enrique & Susan Borja, Casa Alto Refugio is a “casa hogar” or orphanage for at risk and vulnerable youth focusing on caring for minors of any age who do not meet the requirements to be placed up for adoption in Mexico. Their focus is creating a family environment, where boys and girls can develop a sense of belonging by providing them with the Christian values, tools and opportunities to be contributing members of society. Many of the children who come here are among the most vulnerable in the world. It is not uncommon for the children to be survivors of trafficking, neglect, abuse or abandonment. Enrique & Susan’s daughter & son-in-law, Celeste & Polo, have taken over running over the orphanage.
MEET THE TEAM
Polo Niño and his wife Celeste Borja run Casa Alto Refugio with the help of their dedicated staff of employees and volunteers. Polo and Celeste are high school sweethearts who have been married for over 20 years. They have two children. Celeste's mother, Susan, started Casa Alto Refugio and ran it for many years while Celeste was growing up. She loved to go with her mom to hang out with the kids and help out. When she and Polo were just friends, he also liked to come along and had a strong connection with helping kids in need. Today, Celeste teaches art at the American School in Puebla and helps Polo run the orphanage, which he does full-time.
SPONSOR A CHILD AT CASA ALTO REFUGIO
Sponsorship is a way to be deeply and intentionally involved in the lives of the impoverished. You can make a difference in the life of a child or vocational student for just $39 a month.